Maharashtra FDA raids Swiggy Instamart and Amazon warehouse in Mumbai, finds rats and cockroaches

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration, under the direction of senior officer Tukaram Mundhe, conducted surprise inspections at two major e‑commerce food outlets in Mumbai. The raids targeted Swiggy's Instamart service centre and a warehouse operated by Amazon. Inspectors reported the presence of a live rat and multiple cockroaches within the premises, indicating lapses in sanitation protocols. The findings were reported by Livemint, highlighting potential risks to consumer health and prompting calls for stricter compliance. The FDA has not disclosed any immediate penalties but said further action will follow based on the investigation's outcome.